Chef de Partie

eTeach UK Limited; Leicester Forest East; Presencial; GBP 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ratcliffe College in Leicestershire is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our catering team. This permanent, full-time role offers a 39-hour week in a busy school kitchen, cooking for students, staff and visitors and supporting college events.

You will work under the Head Chef and Catering Manager, delivering fresh, high-quality meals while upholding food hygiene, HACCP and safety standards. Expect weekend/evening and Bank Holiday work, as well as busy periods during Christmas, Prize Days and

Formación

• Formal culinary training or catering qualification.
• Experience in a busy, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food & beverage operations.
• Good understanding of the food service industry.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ability to stay calm and organised under pressure.
• Positive, proactive and flexible mindset.
• Motivation to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and cook a variety of fresh, nutritious hot and cold meals for students, staff and visitors.
• Create high-quality food for special occasions and events.
• Ensure meals are served on time with high quality, presentation and consistency.
• Follow College Food Hygiene, HACCP and Health & Safety procedures (temperature controls, chilling, thawing).
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety across kitchen areas and equipment.
• Comply with Environmental Health and Health & Safety requirements for handling, prep and storage.
• Work with Head Chef and Catering Manager to minimise waste and manage stock rotation.
• Report equipment faults or maintenance issues to Head Chef.
• Maintain a safe, professional, clean, welcoming working environment.
• Follow Ratcliffe College policies and support the wider Catering Team.
• Be flexible for weekend, evening and Bank Holiday work and major College events.

Conocimientos

Culinary training

High-volume kitchen

Food & beverage knowledge

Food service knowledge

Attention to detail

Food hygiene & safety

Calm under pressure

Flexible & proactive

Team player

Descripción del empleo

Chef de Partie Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year

Hours: 39 hours per week

Job Purpose

Be part of the team that brings great food to life at Ratcliffe CollegeWe are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Chef to join our Catering Team and help us deliver fresh, wholesome and delicious food to our students, staff and visitors.This is a varied, hands-on role where quality, teamwork and pride in what you produce really matter. From nutritious everyday meals to memorable school celebrations and special events, you’ll play an important part in creating a fantastic dining experience for the whole Ratcliffe community.Working in a busy professional kitchen, you’ll combine your culinary skills with great organisation, attention to detail and a positive approach, producing consistently high-quality food in an efficient and cost-effective way.

We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a busy kitchen team and takes genuine pride in their food.

• Formal culinary training or an appropriate catering qualification
• Previous experience working in a busy, high-volume kitchen
• Strong food and beverage knowledge
• Good knowledge of the food service industry
• Excellent attention to detail
• A thorough understanding of food hygiene and food safety regulations
• The ability to remain calm and organised under pressure
• A positive, proactive and flexible approach
• The motivation to work independently while also being a great team player

Above all, we’re looking for someone who is passionate about producing great food and delivering consistently high standards.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of fresh, nutritious and appealing hot and cold meals for students, staff and visitors.
• Help create high-quality food for special occasions, functions and key College events.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time while maintaining excellent standards of quality, presentation and consistency.
• Follow the College’s Food Hygiene, HACCP and Health & Safety procedures, including accurate recording of temperature controls, chilling and thawing times.
• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety across the kitchen, food preparation areas, storage facilities, refrigeration areas and catering equipment.
• Ensure all food handling, preparation and storage complies with relevant Environmental Health and Health & Safety requirements.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Catering Manager to minimise food waste and maintain effective stock control and rotation.
• Promptly report equipment faults, maintenance issues or unusual incidents to the Head Chef.
• Take pride in maintaining a safe, professional, clean and welcoming working environment.
• Follow Ratcliffe College policies and procedures and support the wider team to ensure the smooth running of the school.
• Flexibility is an important part of working within our Catering Team. The role will include some weekend, evening and Bank Holiday working, as well as supporting particularly busy and exciting times in the College calendar, including Christmas celebrations, Prize Days and Exhibition Day. As with every role in a busy school environment, you may occasionally be asked to undertake other appropriate duties to support the Catering Manager, Head Chef and wider College team.

Safety, Security & Professional Standards

You will also help us maintain the high professional standards expected across our Catering operation by:

• Ensuring catering equipment is safely switched on and off in accordance with the Catering Manager’s instructions.
• Keeping food and stock secure throughout each shift and ensuring storage areas are secured appropriately at the end of the day.
• Maintaining excellent standards of personal hygiene and a smart, clean and professional appearance at all times.

Why Join Ratcliffe College?

Set within 200 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside, Ratcliffe College offers more than simply a place to work. It is an inspiring environment where people can thrive, develop and feel connected to what they do. We believe a great workplace is about more than the job itself. It’s about feeling valued, being supported to grow and enjoying being part of something meaningful.

What We Offer

Join a high-performing school ranked in the top 1% nationally for A-Level value-added results. Develop your skills through a strong and supportive culture of continuous professional development (CPD). Enjoy freshly prepared food and refreshments during your working day. Benefit from convenient access to onsite medical care. Make the most of free access to our onsite gym at selected times. Generous maternity and paternity leave packages to support you and your family. Substantial fee reductions for eligible employees’ children.